Apple announced a redesign with AI features for its Mail app at the WWDC 2024 event. The new Mail app was available on iPhones as part of iOS 18.2 in December 2024. Mac and iPad users have been waiting for this update, but it seems the wait is almost over. According to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, the update for Mac and iPad is coming soon.
The update is expected with macOS 15.4 for Mac users and iPadOS 18.4 for iPad users. Both updates are anticipated to be available in April, as reported by winfuture.de. The new Mail app is already familiar to many Apple fans from their iPhones, and it was showcased at the WWDC in June 2024.
The updated Mail app introduces smart features that operate directly on the device, independent of Apple Intelligence (AI). These features include automatic email sorting into categories such as “Important” for personal and time-sensitive emails, “Transactions” for order confirmations and bills, “News” for newsletters, and “Advertisements.”
This automatic email sorting is not entirely new in the tech world. Google implemented a similar feature in Gmail back in 2013, with categories like “Primary,” “Social,” and “Promotions.” Microsoft Outlook offers a “Focused Inbox” that highlights important emails. The new approach by Apple, however, processes data locally on the device, which is beneficial for privacy.
Despite its advantages, the new feature is not yet perfect. Users have reported that the sorting is not always accurate, and currently, the feature is only available in English, even though Apple promotes it in the German iOS documentation. Fortunately, Apple has included an option to bypass the new sorting feature. Users can opt for the classic list view if they prefer not to use the automatic sorting.
The introduction of AI features in Apple’s Mail app marks a significant step in enhancing user experience by providing better organization of emails. However, as with any new technology, there are areas for improvement. Apple’s decision to process data locally is a notable step towards ensuring user privacy, a growing concern in today’s digital age.
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As technology continues to evolve, users can expect more innovations and improvements in AI applications across various platforms. Apple’s efforts in integrating AI into its Mail app are just one example of how technology can be leveraged to enhance everyday tasks, making them more efficient and user-friendly.
Overall, the upcoming updates for Mac and iPad users will bring the much-anticipated AI features to the Mail app, aligning it with the iPhone version. This update is a reminder of the continuous advancements in technology and the ways in which they can improve our digital interactions.